Diversity Festival - Auslan & Deaf Awareness Workshops with Signpedia

• Deaf Awareness Training: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

• Free lunch for workshop attendees: 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

• Auslan Workshop: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Discover the world of Auslan in our fun and engaging workshops! Hosted in collaboration with Signpedia. These 2-hour sessions will provide you with a fantastic opportunity to learn from a Deaf person, with the support of an Auslan interpreter.

In these workshops, you will:

• Be introduced to what Auslan (Australian Sign Language) is and how to use it respectfully

• Learn some Auslan basics, including greetings, the alphabet, numbers, common questions, and conversational signs

• Learn effective communication strategies for interacting with Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals

• Discover ways to be respectful, inclusive, and accessible in your everyday interactions

Whether you're a beginner or just looking to refresh your skills, this workshop is designed to be both informative and enjoyable. Gain valuable insights and practical skills that will help you communicate more effectively and inclusively with Deaf individuals.

Lunch will be provided on the day for those that are attending the workshop.

Join us for a day of learning, connection, and fun. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please wear a plain shirt in a colour that contrasts with your skin tone- this will make it easier for our facilitator to see your hands and understand you when you are signing!